City Field Notes

Skyline view over George Town, Penang from an apartment balcony

Penang Isn’t Hard to Like. It’s Hard to Understand.

There are cities that challenge you immediately. And there are cities that welcome you so easily, you almost stop paying attention. Penang is the second kind. At first glance, it’s easy to like. It’s affordable. It’s comfortable. It works. The food is everywhere. The streets are clean enough. The infrastructure is solid. Grab is cheap.

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